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Want in on a secret? Your likes and dislikes didn't develop by accident. There are subtle and not-so-subtle forces around you, shaping what you think, how you act, and even who you think you are. Brittany Luse is here to break the spell and help you feel wiser in a society that makes things blurry. THE BEST POP CULTURE PODCAST AWARD WINNER AT THE 2025 SIGNAL AWARDS It’s Been A Minute with Brittany Luse is the best podcast for understanding what’s going on in culture right now, and helps you consume it smarter. From how politics influences pop culture to how identity influences tech or health, Brittany makes the picture clearer for you every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.It’s Been A Minute reaches millions of people every week. Join the community and conversation today. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for It's Been A Minute.
Episodes


From cupcakes to private jets, how the quest for status drives culture

Will BeReal just make us BeFake? Plus, A Guidebook To Smell

Presenting 'Code Switch': The glittering neon universe of 'P-Valley' with Katori Hall

Bad Bunny's dream for Puerto Rico; plus, 'Koshersoul'

Joyful protests and funny rituals with Reservation Dogs' Dallas Goldtooth

Russia's long played with U.S. racial politics. Brittney Griner is the latest example

In 'Industry,' Myha'la Herrold makes herself undeniable

All things comedy: HBO's 'Rap Sh!t,' plus, what's going on with late-night TV?

Why protecting the 'viral underclass' can keep us all healthy

Bow down, Queen Bey's 'Renaissance' era has finally arrived

Presenting 'The Limits': Colman Domingo on success, grief and powerful characters

'Nope' and the history of Black horror; plus, when to say 'no' to the news

Presenting 'Death, Sex & Money': From manager to labor activist

988 is the new mental health hotline. Can it change how we respond to crisis?

Writer Erika L. Sánchez on mental health, Lisa Simpson and 'Crying in the Bathroom'

Hoochie daddy shorts give more than a lil leg; plus, let's get 'Seen, Heard and Paid'

'X' explores pleasure and pain in a dystopic world

Staying grounded after Roe v. Wade; plus, let's talk about fat liberation

When parents say sorry on-screen
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